Australia Datacentres Use 3% Power, Set to Hit 13% by 2035
nordicinst · x · 2026-08-28
The Guardian reports that datacentres currently consume 3% of Australia's power, projected to rise to 13% by 2035. EU and Nordic energy experts emphasize keeping data and grids cool. As Australia bets big on infrastructure, debate continues over whether it will power the AI boom or strain the grid.
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